Diploma of Nursing
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
The online Master of Science in Nursing offers four graduate tracks for BSN-prepared nurses.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Nursing and apply relevant care or professional frameworks
- Communicate effectively
- And evaluate evidence-based practice.
Career outcomes
- Nurse practitioner
- Nurse educator
- Nurse executive leader
Curriculum
- Four tracks (Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Executive Leader
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) built on evidence-based practice
- Clinical reasoning
- Leadership and health equity
- Delivered online with clinical components
- The programme is accredited and offers post-graduate APRN certificates.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent
- typically with a minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification; some advanced diplomas require a related RMIT diploma or equivalent
- Minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification on 7 course pages; others require Australian Year 12 equivalent
- a VCE equivalent without a stated score
- or an earlier RMIT certificate
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 91
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,875 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Vocational Education |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
10 Feb 2027
88 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 10 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $20,875 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 91, IELTS Academic 6.5.
RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.